Trinity Business School Unveils Sustainable Centenary Time Capsule

Trinity Business School, one of Europe’s leading institutions for business education, is renowned for its commitment to innovation, responsible leadership, and sustainability.

Founded in 1925 within Trinity College Dublin, the School has spent a century shaping forward-thinking entrepreneurs and executives dedicated to transforming business for the better.

As part of its centenary celebrations, the School has unveiled a symbolic time capsule designed to connect today’s students with the leaders of 2075.

A Time Capsule Installed to Connect Generations of Business Leaders

To mark its 100th anniversary, Trinity Business School has installed a striking time capsule in its main foyer. Shaped like a bank vault, the capsule contains 155 messages written by the graduating class of 2025, current students, and staff. These messages will be opened in 2075 by the Dean and a new generation of business leaders.

A Sustainable Artwork Created by Sculptor Shane Holland

Designed by renowned sculptor and metalworker Shane Holland, the capsule—named Tempus Fugit (“time flies”)—embodies Trinity Business School’s dedication to sustainability and innovation.

The 14kg sculpture is crafted primarily from recycled and repurposed materials, including a bronze water filter, lighting fixtures, door hinges, and brass dome bolts.

At its center lies a spinning aircraft flywheel, symbolising motion, progress, and the passage of time.

Messages Filled With Reflection, Vision, and Hope

The messages inside the capsule capture the concerns and aspirations of today’s generation.

Contributors reflect on environmental challenges, the rapid rise of artificial intelligence, and values such as leadership, community, and intergenerational responsibility.
Dean Professor Laurent Muzellec highlights that “the real currency this time capsule holds is the messages from our School community to the next generation of business leaders.”

Examples of Messages From the Class of 2025

“I was 35 when I found the love of my life while studying my MBA. Goals and money matter, but don’t forget to pause and look around.” — Punit Sobti, MBA
“The earth needs an advocate in all spaces. It cannot speak for itself, so we must speak for it.” — Rachel Kelly, BESS
“Value sustainability. Plastic needs to be cancelled.” — Lindsey Hardcastle, MSc HRM
“Success is less about the problems you solve and more about the people you work with.” — Arushi Handa, MSc Business Analytics
“May your world be free from hatred and inhumanity.” — Olga Kurek, MSc Digital Marketing Strategy
“No one in 2025 had it all figured out—ask questions, drink water, and stop pretending AI didn’t help with your assignments.” — Damis Parvaiz, MSc Marketing

A Legacy Designed to Last 50 Years

Each message has been carefully archived inside the capsule by field of study, with a letter from the Dean placed at its center.

The capsule will be opened during a graduation ceremony in 2075, after which future graduates will add their own messages before resealing it for another 50 years, continuing a powerful tradition of connection and reflection across generations.

A Year of Centenary Celebrations

The time capsule is one of several major events celebrating the School’s centenary. The year began with a large-scale “100 Formation” on the Trinity Rugby Pitch, bringing together students, staff, and alumni.
Former President of Ireland Mary Robinson launched the festivities with a special foyer greening ceremony.
The Trinity Business Summit 2025 gathered distinguished alumni including Jamie Heaslip, Joe McCarthy, Ryan Baird, and Olympic champion Annalise Murphy.
The School also released Marching in Time, 1925–2025, a historical publication by Dr Emmet Oliver.
The celebrations concluded with a gala dinner attended by 300 guests, during which incoming Trinity Business Alumni President Eithne Harley presented the Business Student of the Year Award to Meaghan Platt.